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SFD025: Make the Most of A Fashion Sourcing Trade Show
FromFashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms
SFD025: Make the Most of A Fashion Sourcing Trade Show
FromFashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms
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Length:
55 minutes
Released:
Oct 30, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Trish has worked with companies that support startup and indie designers since 2009. Her breadth of knowledge isn’t just around trade shows, but the business that goes on behind launching and building a successful brand. From how to get started to ensure success (yes, it includes finances and costing) to how to make the most of your trade show visit, she’s extremely knowledgeable and graciously shared tons of tips during our interview. If you’re launching a label, you don’t want to miss this episode. You'll discover not only how to make your trade show visit worthwhile, but also hear Trish's insights on making it as a startup designer. You will learn: When you should attend your first tradeshow (hint: it’s sooner than you think) How to prepare for a successful show Why follow up after the show is the most important part of building relationships The difference between sourcing at a small show like DGexpo vs a large show like Magic How to explain to suppliers what you want if you don’t speak the right lingo Guest Info & Resources: DG Expo Website About Sources Website Sourcing Guides DG Expo Instagram DG Expo on Twitter DG Expo on Facebook Betabrand Nineteenth Amendment California Apparel News Enjoy the show? You can help us out by: Rating us on iTunes - it really helps! Subscribing on iTunes - I appreciate each and every one of you! Looking for more resources? Get free fashion design templates, tutorials and more from Successful Fashion Designer
Released:
Oct 30, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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